Auger-Aliassime Advances to Rotterdam Open Final, Defeats Bublik
Canadian tennis player Felix Auger-Aliassime showcased an impressive performance by defeating Alexander Bublik of Kazakhstan with a score of 6-1, 6-2 at the Rotterdam Open. This victory secures his spot in the tournament final.
Key Match Details
The match took place on Saturday, where Auger-Aliassime delivered a dominant display. The young star served seven aces while committing three double faults. He successfully converted four out of six break-point opportunities.
Ace Performance
- Felix Auger-Aliassime: 7 Aces, 3 Double Faults
- Alexander Bublik: 4 Aces, 1 Double Fault
Auger-Aliassime excelled on his first serves, winning an impressive 96% of those points. In contrast, Bublik managed only 53% of first-serve points and did not have any break-point opportunities throughout the match.
Recent Achievements
This win marks a significant milestone for Auger-Aliassime, who previously won the Rotterdam Open in 2022. He entered this tournament fresh off a victory at the Open Occitanie last week.
Looking Ahead
Felix Auger-Aliassime, the second seed at the tournament, is set to face top seed Alex de Minaur from Australia in the final. With his current form and confidence, he will aim to claim the title once again.
This report was initially published on February 14, 2026, by The Canadian Press and is now featured by El-Balad.
